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WindEDIT Lite

User’s Manual

Preface-1 WindEDIT Lite User’s Manual

Revision history

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August 2017: First Edition

April 2018: Second Edition

WindEDIT Lite User’s Manual Preface-2

PrefaceThis manual describes the functions, setting methods, cautions for use, and other information regarding WindEDIT Lite.Please read this manual carefully and use WindEDIT Lite correctly only after understanding its functions and capabilities.Store this manual carefully so that it may be referenced any time.

Symbols Used in this ManualThis manual uses the following symbols to facilitate explanation.

Symbols

Abbreviations, Generic Terms, and Terminology Used in this Manual

…… Information that requires special attention. Failure to operate the product in accordance with the information provided can lead to serious injury or damage.

…… Information relating to requests or material to reference in the use of a function

…… Useful information relating to a function

OK …… Screen buttons are indicated by bold text or by using the actual graphic icon.

**** …… Controls are indicated by bold text.

Item Description

Device AddressMemory that is capable of storing values in unit of bits or words loaded on MICROSmart, SmartAXIS Pro/Lite, MICRO/I and external device.

WindO/I-NV4 Integrated configuration software application for creating projects of MICRO/I.

WindLDRWindLDR is a programming software to make ladder program or function block diagram for MICROSmart or SmartAXIS Pro/Lite.

ProjectData including image data required for operating MICRO/I, which is created with WindO/I-NV4.

ZNV Project FileYou can make this file by using the download function in WindO/I-NV4 configuration software or the upload function in Data File Manager. The file extension is ".znv".

ZLD Project FileZLD Project File is a file contains user program (ladder program or function block diagram) for MICROSmart or SmartAXIS Pro/Lite made with WindLDR ladder logic software. The file extension is ".zld".

External Memory Device The generic term for an SD memory card and a USB flash drive.


Revision history ............................................................................................Preface-1

Caution........................................................................................................Preface-1

Trademarks..................................................................................................Preface-1

Preface ........................................................................................................Preface-2

Symbols Used in this Manual .........................................................................Preface-2

Abbreviations, Generic Terms, and Terminology Used in this Manual ................Preface-2

Chapter 1 WindEDIT Lite Functions & Basic Operations

1 WindEDIT Lite Specifications ..................................................................................1-1

1.1 Supported Models .......................................................................................... 1-11.2 Supported Operating Systems ......................................................................... 1-11.3 What Can be Done Using WindEDIT Lite .......................................................... 1-2

2 Installing and Starting the Application .....................................................................1-3

2.1 WindEDIT Lite Installation .............................................................................. 1-32.2 Starting WindEDIT Lite ................................................................................... 1-42.3 Connection Settings Screen............................................................................. 1-8

3 Notification Screen...............................................................................................1-18

4 App Folder Management ......................................................................................1-19

4.1 App Folder Management Screen .....................................................................1-194.2 Operation Menu ............................................................................................1-20

5 Help Menu ..........................................................................................................1-21

Chapter 2 When Connected to a PLC

1 Main Screen ..........................................................................................................2-1

1.1 Main Screen................................................................................................... 2-11.2 Operation Menu ............................................................................................. 2-2

2 Displaying the Status .............................................................................................2-3

3 Displaying or Manipulating Files and Folders ............................................................2-4

3.1 Displaying Files and Folders ............................................................................ 2-43.2 Operation Menu ............................................................................................. 2-53.3 Downloading Files and Folders ........................................................................ 2-53.4 Uploading Files and Folders............................................................................. 2-7

4 Changing the Operating Status of the PLC ...............................................................2-9

4.1 Start/Stop Operation ...................................................................................... 2-9

5 Downloading .......................................................................................................2-10

5.1 Downloading a ZLD Project File ......................................................................2-105.2 Downloading System Software .......................................................................2-11

6 Uploading ...........................................................................................................2-13

6.1 Uploading a ZLD Project File ..........................................................................2-13

7 Formatting the SD Memory Card...........................................................................2-14

Contents

WindEDIT Lite User’s Manual Preface-4

8 Device Address Monitor ....................................................................................... 2-15

8.1 Device Address Monitor Screen ......................................................................2-158.2 Monitoring Device Addresses..........................................................................2-17

9 Custom Monitor .................................................................................................. 2-20

9.1 Custom Monitor Screen .................................................................................2-209.2 Monitoring Device Addresses..........................................................................2-21

Chapter 3 When Connected to a Operator interface

1 Main Screen ......................................................................................................... 3-1

1.1 Main Screen....................................................................................................3-11.2 Operation Menu ..............................................................................................3-2

2 Displaying the Status ............................................................................................ 3-3

3 Displaying or Manipulating Files and Folders ........................................................... 3-4

3.1 Displaying Files and Folders .............................................................................3-43.2 Operation Menu ..............................................................................................3-53.3 Downloading Files and Folders .........................................................................3-53.4 Uploading Files and Folders..............................................................................3-7

4 Downloading ........................................................................................................ 3-9

4.1 Download a ZNV Project File to the Target Device..............................................3-94.2 Download Files to an External Memory Device Inserted in the Target Device .....3-11

5 Uploading........................................................................................................... 3-12

5.1 Upload a ZNV Project File from the Target Device ............................................3-125.2 Upload Log Data ...........................................................................................3-135.3 Upload Files in the External Memory Device inserted in the Target Device .........3-14

6 Clear.................................................................................................................. 3-16

6.1 Clear Data from the Target Device..................................................................3-166.2 Clear Data from the External Memory Device inserted in the Target Device........3-17

7 Formatting the External Memory .......................................................................... 3-18

8 Device Address Monitor ....................................................................................... 3-19

8.1 Device Address Monitor Screen ......................................................................3-198.2 Monitoring Device Addresses..........................................................................3-20

Index

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This chapter describes the supported models and functions of WindEDIT Lite, as well as how to install and start it.

1.1 Supported Models

The IDEC PLCs and Operator interfaces that are supported by WindEDIT Lite are as follows.

1.2 Supported Operating Systems

The operating systems and versions that are supported by WindEDIT Lite are as follows.

Chapter 1 WindEDIT Lite Functions & Basic Operations

1 WindEDIT Lite Specifications

Designation in WindEDIT Lite

Series Name Abbreviation Type Number

PLC MICROSmart FC6AFC6A-C16X1XE, FC6A-C24X1XE, FC6A-C40X1XE, FC6A-C40X1XEJFC6A-D16X1CEE, FC6A-D32X3CEE

Operator interface

MICRO/I

HG4G HG4G-CJT22*F-B

HG3G HG3G-*JT22*F-*

HG2G-5F HG2G-5FT22TF-*

HG2G-5T HG2G-5T*22TF-*

HG1G HG1G-4VT22TF-*

• When using the FC6A-C16X1XE, FC6A-C24X1XE, FC6A-C40X1XE, or FC6A-C40X1XEJ with WindEDIT Lite, use system software version 1.5.0 or later.

• When using a MICRO/I with WindEDIT Lite, use system software version 4.55 or later.

OS Version

iOS Version 8 or later

Android Version 5 or later

1 WindEDIT Lite Specifications

1-2 WindEDIT Lite User’s Manual

1.3 What Can be Done Using WindEDIT Lite

WindEDIT Lite is application software that connects to IDEC PLCs and Operator interfaces to operate them using an iOS or Android device.A smartphone connects to the IDEC PLC or Operator interface as shown below.Example) Communication over Bluetooth for maintenance between a smartphone and a FC6A MICROSmart

The following functions can be used in WindEDIT Lite.

*1 Project created by the WindO/I-NV4 only*2 The internal memory only

Smartphone(Dedicated application software "WindEdit Lite")

Bluetooth Communication (SPP/iAP)

FC6A MICRO Smart

Bluetooth Communication Cartridge

Ethernet can also be used for a connection.For PLC communication settings, refer to the FC6A MICROSmart Communication Manual.For Operator interface communication settings, refer to the WindO/I-NV4 User's Manual.

FunctionMICRO Smart

MICRO/IFC6A

Changing the operating status of the PLC Yes No

Downloading or Uploading the ZLD Project File (.zld) Yes No

Downloading or Uploading the ZNV Project File (.znv)*1 No Yes

Downloading the system software Yes Yes

Downloading files and folders to the external memory device Yes Yes

Uploading files and folders from the external memory device Yes Yes

Device Address Monitor Yes Yes

Custom Monitor Yes No

Deleting data from the internal memory or the external memory device Yes*2 Yes

Formatting the external memory device Yes Yes

Displaying or operating files and folders in the external memory device Yes Yes

Displaying the status or the system information Yes Yes


2 Installing and Starting the Application

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2.1 WindEDIT Lite Installation

1 Install WindEDIT Lite with the following procedures.

■ iOSInput "WindEDIT Lite" into the search field of the App Store.

■ AndroidInput "WindEDIT Lite" into the search field of Google Play.

2 Complete installation of WindEDIT Lite.


When using a data communication service to download the application, separate packet communication charges may apply.



2.2 Starting WindEDIT Lite

• When using Ethernet to connect to the PLC or Operator interface, use Wi-Fi to connect the smartphone to the network that the PLC or Operator interface is connected to.

• When using Bluetooth to connect to the PLC, turn on the Bluetooth function of the smartphone.

1 Display the home screen, and then tap the (WindEDIT Lite) icon.

The Connection Settings screen is displayed.

2 Under Target Device, set the target device and communication method.

To change the target device and communication method, tap the set value. The Target Device screen is displayed.

When not changing the target device or communication method, proceed to step 6.

3 When connecting to a PLC with a smartphone, tap PLC. When connecting to an Operator interface with a smartphone, tap Operator interface.

Application operation procedures and screens shown are for the iOS version as an example.



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4 In Communication method, Tap Ethernet or Bluetooth.

Only Ethernet is available for Communication method when connecting to an Operator interface.

5 Tap (Back).

You will return to the Connection Settings screen.

6 In the Communication method settings, when Ethernet is selected, tap the IP Address in Ethernet Communication Settings, and when Bluetooth is selected, tap the Bluetooth device in Bluetooth Communication Settings.

The Target IP Address List screen or Target Bluetooth Device List screen is displayed.

When Connecting to a PLC When Connecting to an Operator interface

When Ethernet is selected for Communication method When Bluetooth is selected for Communication method

Target Device when connecting to an Operator interface is displayed as Operator interface.



7 Set the Target Device.

For details, refer to “Target IP Address List Screen” on page 1-10 or “Communication Target Bluetooth Device List Screen” on page 1-14.

8 Tap (Back).

You will return to the Connection Settings screen.

9 Tap (Connect).

Target IP Address List screen Target Bluetooth Device List screen

When a connection account (user name and password) for WindEDIT Lite is set in the PLC, input the password into Connection Account.



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The main screen of WindEDIT Lite will open.

When Connecting to a PLC When Connecting to an Operator interface



2.3 Connection Settings Screen

This section describes the details of the Connection Settings screen.

■ Target Device

■ Ethernet Communication SettingsThis can only be set when Ethernet is selected for Communication method

■ Bluetooth Communication Settings*1

This can only be set when Bluetooth is selected for Communication method

*1 Only when connecting to a PLC.

When Ethernet is selected for Communication method When Bluetooth is selected for Communication method

Communication method: When connecting to a PLC, the target device and communication method are displayed. Tap Communication method, and on the displayed Target Device screen, select Ethernet or Bluetooth as the method for communicating with the target device.Only Ethernet is available for Communication method when connecting to an Operator interface.

IP Address: The IP address of the target device is displayed. Tap the IP address, and on the displayed Target IP Address List screen, set the target device. For details, refer to “Target IP Address List Screen” on page 1-10.

Port Number: The port number of the target device is displayed.

Comment: The comment for the target device is displayed.

Bluetooth Device: The device name of the target device is displayed. Tap the device name, and on the displayed Bluetooth Device List screen, set the target device. For details, refer to “Communication Target Bluetooth Device List Screen” on page 1-14.

Comment: The comment for the target device is displayed.



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■ Connection Account*1

When a connection account (user name and password) for WindEDIT Lite is configured on the PLC, tap User Name, and then enter the user name and password in the displayed connection account.The connection account is configured in the Function Area Settings of WindLDR. When the account privileges are set to Read-Only, the following write processing cannot be performed.• Downloading ZLD project files (.zld)• Downloading system software• Downloading files and folders to an external memory device• Writing with the Device Address Monitor• Clearing data in internal memory and the external memory device• Formatting the external memory device• Creating new folders• Renaming files and folders• Deleting files and folders

■ (Connect)Your smartphone will connect to the target device and the main screen of WindEDIT Lite will open.

■ (Notification)The Notification screen is displayed. For details, refer to “3 Notification Screen” on page 1-18.

■ (App Folder Management)The App Folder Management screen is displayed. For details, refer to “4 App Folder Management” on page 1-19.

■ (Help)The Help menu is displayed. For details, refer to “5 Help Menu” on page 1-21.

*1 Only when connecting to a PLC.



● Target IP Address List ScreenTarget devices that connect using Ethernet are collectively managed here.

■ (Target List)

A list of target devices that connect using Ethernet are displayed. A mark is displayed next to the device set as the target device.

■ (Edit)You can add, change, or delete target devices in the (Target List). Tap this to change to edit mode.

■ Connection SettingsTap this to return to the Connection Settings screen.

(Target List)

(IP Address): The IP address of the target device is displayed.

(Port Number): The port number of the target device is displayed.

(Comment): The comment for the target device is displayed.

(IP Address:Port Number)(Comment)



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Adding or changing target devices that connect using Ethernet

1 On the Target IP Address List screen, tap (Edit).

You will enter edit mode.

2 To add a target device that will connect using Ethernet, tap Add new. To change a target device, tap its IP address.

The Target IP Address Settings screen is displayed.

3 Tap the IP address.

4 Input the IP address of the target device, and then tap OK.

The input format is "xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx". Input a value between 0 and 255 for each "xxx".

5 Tap the port number.

6 Input the port number of the target device (0 to 65535), and then tap OK.



7 Tap the comment space.

8 Input a comment, and then tap OK.

The maximum number of characters is 80 characters.

9 Tap OK.

You will return to the Target IP Address List screen.

10 Confirm that the target device has been added or changed, and then tap (Close).You will return to the Target IP Address List screen.

11 The added or changed target device will be displayed on the Target IP Address List screen.Tap that target device to set it as the target device.



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Deleting target devices that connect using Ethernet

1 On the Target IP Address List screen, tap (Edit).


2 Tap (Delete) for the target device to delete.

3 Tap Delete.

4 Confirm that the target device has been deleted, and then tap (Close).

You will return to the Target IP Address List screen.

5 The target device will be deleted from the Target IP Address List screen.



● Communication Target Bluetooth Device List ScreenTarget devices that connect using Bluetooth are collectively managed here.

■ (Target List)

A list of target devices that connect using Bluetooth are displayed. A mark is displayed next to the device set as the target device.

■ (Edit)You can add, change, or delete target devices in the (Target List). Tap this to change to edit mode.

■ Connection SettingsTap this to return to the Connection Settings screen.

(Target List)

(Device Name): The Bluetooth device name of the target device is displayed.

(Comment): The comment for the target device is displayed.

(Device Name)(Comment)



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Adding target devices that connect using Bluetooth

1 On the Connection Settings screen, tap the device name in Bluetooth Communication Settings.

The Target Bluetooth Device List screen is displayed.

2 Tap Setting.

3 Connect to the Bluetooth device using the Bluetooth communication settings of your smartphone.

4 When the connection is completed, return to the WindEDIT Lite Target Bluetooth Device List screen.

5 Tap (Edit).


6 Tap a Bluetooth device.

7 Input a comment, and then tap OK.

The maximum number of characters is 80 characters.



8 To add a target device that connects using Bluetooth, tap Add new, and then repeat steps 2 through 7.

9 Once connection to the target device using Bluetooth is completed, tap (Close).

You will return to the Target Bluetooth Device List screen.

Deleting target devices that connect using Bluetooth

1 On the Target Bluetooth Device List screen, tap (Edit).


2 Tap (Delete) for the target device to delete.

3 Tap Delete.



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4 Confirm that the target device has been deleted, and then tap (Close).

You will return to the Target Bluetooth Device List screen.

5 The target device will be deleted from the Target Bluetooth Device List screen.

3 Notification Screen


Notifications sent by IDEC related to WindEDIT Lite or Automation Organizer are displayed.

Tap the notification list to display notification details.

3 Notification Screen

(Notification list)

To view notifications and their details, the smartphone must be connected to the internet.


4 App Folder Management

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4.1 App Folder Management Screen

Displays the list of files and folders in WindEDIT Lite.Folders can be added, deleted, or renamed.You can also export files and folders to other smartphone apps, as well as import files and folders from other apps.

● Normal modeTap a folder to navigate within the folder hierarchy (higher or lower order).

■ SelectTap this to change to selection mode.

■ (Back)Tap this to return to the previous screen.

● Selection mode

Tap the target file or folder to select it. A mark is displayed next to a selected file or folder.

■ CompleteTap this to change to normal mode.


Normal mode Selection mode

Operation Menu Operation Menu

Files and folders in WindEDIT Lite can only be viewed or manipulated using WindEDIT Lite. They cannot be accessed by other apps or from a PC. If you uninstall WindEDIT Lite, the files and folders in WindEDIT Lite will also be deleted.



4.2 Operation Menu

Tap an icon at the bottom of the screen to perform that operation for the selected files or folders.

● Selection mode

■ (Create new)Creates a new folder.

■ (Import)A list of applications to import from is displayed.

● Edit mode

■ (Export)A list of applications to export to is displayed.

■ (Delete)Deletes the selected files or folders.

■ (Move)Moves the selected files or folders.After tapping this icon, display the target folder, and then tap Move to this folder.

■ (Rename)Renames the selected file or folder.


5 Help Menu

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The Help menu is displayed.

■ User’s ManualThis manual is displayed.

■ LicenseThe software license used by WindEDIT Lite is displayed.

■ About WindEDIT LiteThe version number of WindEDIT Lite is displayed.

■ (Cancel)Closes the Help menu.

5 Help Menu

5 Help Menu



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When Connected to a PLC

This chapter describes how to use WindEDIT Lite when connected to a PLC.

1.1 Main Screen

When a connection is made with the target device, the main screen will open.

■ StatusTap this to display the status of the target device. For details, refer to “2 Displaying the Status” on page 2-3.

■ SD CardTap this to display the SD Card screen. For details, refer to “3 Displaying or Manipulating Files and Folders” on page 2-4.

■ Device Address MonitorTap this to display the Device Address Monitor screen. For details, refer to “8 Device Address Monitor” on page 2-15.

■ Custom MonitorTap this to display the Custom Monitor screen. The values of device addresses registered into groups can be monitored and modified. The values of device addresses can also be displayed in a trend graph.

Chapter 2 When Connected to a PLC

1 Main Screen

Operation Menu

1 Main Screen


1.2 Operation Menu

You can tap the icons at the bottom of the screen to operate various functions.

■ (Run/Stop)Changes the operating status of the PLC from "Stop" to "Run", or from "Run" to "Stop". For details, refer to “4 Changing the Operating Status of the PLC” on page 2-9.

■ (Download)Writes ZLD project files (.zld) saved in a folder in WindEDIT Lite to the target device. This can also be used to write system software to a PLC. For details, refer to “5 Downloading” on page 2-10.

■ (Upload)Saves a program in the PLC as a ZLD project file (.zld) to a folder in WindEDIT Lite. For details, refer to “6 Uploading” on page 2-13.

■ (Format)Formats the SD memory card inserted into the PLC. For details, refer to “7 Formatting the SD Memory Card” on page 2-14.


2 Displaying the Status

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Tap Status on the main screen to display the status of the target device.


3 Displaying or Manipulating Files and Folders


3.1 Displaying Files and Folders

Tap SD Card on the main screen to display a list of files and folders stored on the SD memory card inserted into the target device.Folders can be added or deleted, and files and folders can be renamed.




● Selection mode




Do not manipulate files or folders during a reading or writing operation when using the following functions.• Recipe function• Data log save functions such as the DLOG instruction or TRACE instruction





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3.2 Operation Menu


● Normal mode


■ (Download)Writes files or folders saved in WindEDIT Lite to the SD memory card inserted in the PLC.

■ (Upload)Saves all displayed files and folders to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

● Selection mode



■ (Upload)Saves the selected files or folders to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

3.3 Downloading Files and Folders

Writes files or folders saved in WindEDIT Lite to the SD memory card inserted in the target device.

1 On the SD Card screen, display the target download folder, and then tap (Download).

The App Folder Management screen is displayed.

Do not download files or folders when they are being read or written to using the following functions.• Recipe function• Data log save functions such as the DLOG instruction or TRACE instruction



2 Display the files or folders to download, and then tap Select.

3 Tap the files or folders to download, and then tap Download.

The download will start.When a file or folder with the same name exists at the download destination, a message for confirming overwriting will be displayed.

This completes the download of files or folders.



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3.4 Uploading Files and Folders

This operation saves the selected files or folders of the SD memory card inserted in the target device to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

1 On the SD Card screen, display the files or folders to upload, and then tap Select.

2 Tap the files or folders to upload, and then tap (Upload).


Do not upload files or folders during a reading or writing operation when using the following functions.• Recipe function• Data log save functions such as the DLOG instruction or TRACE instruction



3 Display the save destination, and then tap Upload to this folder.

The upload will start.When a file or folder with the same name exists at the upload destination, a message for confirming overwriting will be displayed.

4 Tap Complete.

This completes the upload of files or folders.


4 Changing the Operating Status of the PLC

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4.1 Start/Stop Operation

By operating WindEDIT Lite, you can change the operating status of the PLC from "Stop" to "Run", or from "Run" to "Stop".

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Run/Stop).

A confirmation message is displayed.

2 Tap Yes.

Example) To start PLC operation

This completes the operation to start/stop PLC operation.

4 Changing the Operating Status of the PLC

5 Downloading


5.1 Downloading a ZLD Project File

This operation downloads ZLD project files (.zld) saved in a folder in WindEDIT Lite to the target device.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Download), and then tap ZLD Project.

2 Tap a ZLD Project File (.zld).

The download will start.

This completes the download of the ZLD Project File (.zld).

5 Downloading

If the PLC program of the target device is password-protected, the password input screen is displayed. Input the password.

• Do not turn off the power of the target device while downloading a ZLD project file.• In the following cases, restore power to the target device, and then re-download the ZLD project file.

- A downloading of a ZLD project file failed and communication was lost.- During communication between WindEDIT Lite and the target device, the connecting cable becomes

disconnected, the power supply is lost, or the target device stops responding


5 Downloading

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5.2 Downloading System Software

This operation writes system software to a PLC.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Download), and then tap System Software.

The System Software Download screen is displayed.

2 Tap the (Version) of each applicable module, and then select a system software version.

If Not Download is selected, system software will not be downloaded.Example) FC6A-C40X1XE

3 Tap (Back).

(Version)

5 Downloading


4 Tap (Download).

The download of the system software will start.

5 When the download is complete, a completion message is displayed.Tap OK to close the System Software Download screen.

• After the system software is downloaded, the PLC will be stopped. Start operation of the PLC using WindEDIT Lite or WindLDR operations, PLC function switch operations, or HMI module LCD operations.

• User programs remain as-is after system software is downloaded. When the system software version is rolled back, user programs stored in the PLC may not be able to be run.

• If a system software download fails, download the system software again.• When connecting using Bluetooth, system software cannot be downloaded.• To acquire the latest system software, the smartphone must be connected to the internet.


6 Uploading

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6.1 Uploading a ZLD Project File

This operation reads a program in the PLC of the target device, and saves it as a ZLD project file (.zld) to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Upload), and then tap ZLD Project.


The upload will start.When a file with the same name exists at the upload destination, a message for confirming overwriting will be displayed.• Tap OK to start the file upload.

This completes the upload of the ZLD Project File (.zld).

6 Uploading

If the PLC program of the target device is password-protected, the password input screen is displayed. Input the password.

7 Formatting the SD Memory Card


This operation formats the SD memory card inserted into the target device.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Format), and then tap External Memory Device.


2 Tap Format.

The format is executed.

This completes formatting of the SD memory card.

7 Formatting the SD Memory Card


8 Device Address Monitor

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8.1 Device Address Monitor Screen

Tap Device Address Monitor on the main screen to display the Device Address Monitor screen. Values for device addresses during operation can be monitored or changed.

● Supported Device AddressThe range of device address and the maximum number of data that can be read and written is as follows:


Internal Device NameDevice Address (Maximum number of data)

FC6A-C16 FC6A-C24 FC6A-C40XEJ

Input

I0 to I10 (9) I0 to I15 (14) I0 to I27 (24)

I30 to I187 (128) I30 to I307 (224)

I190 to I507 (256) I310 to I627 (256)

I630 to I633 (4) I630 to I637 (8)

Output

Q0 to Q6 (7) Q0 to Q11 (10) Q0 to Q17 (16)

Q30 to Q187 (128) Q30 to Q307 (224)

Q190 to Q507 (256) Q310 to Q627 (256)

Q630 to Q633 (4) Q630 to Q637 (8)

Internal RelayM0 to M7997 (6400)

M10000 to M17497 (6000)

Special Internal Relay M8000 to M8317 (256)

Shift Register R0 to R255 (256)

Timer Current value TC0 to TP1023 (1024)

Timer Preset value TP0 to TP1023 (1024)

Counter Current value CC0 to CP511 (512)

Counter Preset value CP0 to CP511 (512)

Data RegisterD0 to D7999 (8000)

D10000 to D55999 (46000)

Special Data Register D8000 to D8499 (500)



Internal Device NameDevice Address (Maximum number of data)

FC6A-D16 FC6A-D32

Input

I0 to I7 (8) I0 to I17 (16)

I30 to I307 (224)

I310 to I627 (256)

I630 to I643 (12)

I1000 to I10597 (2016)

Output

Q0 to Q7 (8) Q0 to Q17 (16)

Q30 to Q307 (224)

Q310 to Q627 (256)

Q630 to Q643 (12)

Q1000 to Q10597 (2016)

Internal RelayM0 to M7997 (6400)

M10000 to M21247 (9000)

Special Internal Relay M8000 to M9997 (1600)

Shift Register R0 to R255 (256)

Timer Current value TC0 to TP1999 (2000)

Timer Preset value TP0 to TP1999 (2000)

Counter Current value CC0 to CP511 (512)

Counter Preset value CP0 to CP511 (512)

Data RegisterD0 to D7999 (8000)

D10000 to D61999 (52000)

Non-retentive Data Register D70000 to D269999 (200000)

Special Data Register D8000 to D8899 (900)



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8.2 Monitoring Device Addresses

1 Tap the device type to monitor device addresses for.

The Device Address Details screen is displayed.

2 Tap (Top Device Address).

3 Input the top device address number for the displayed device address, and then tap Show.



4 Tap (Display Format).

5 Change the display format for the current value of the device address, and then tap Complete.



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6 Tap the current value of the device address, and then change the value.

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9.1 Custom Monitor Screen

Tap Custom Monitor on the main screen to display the Custom Monitor screen. The values of device addresses registered into groups can be monitored and modified. The values of device addresses can also be displayed in a trend graph.

■ (Upload)Gets the custom monitor and comment information from the target device.

● Supported Device AddressThe ranges of device addresses that can be written and read and the maximum amount of data are the same as the Device Address Monitor. For details, refer to “Supported Device Address” on page 2-15.

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● Creating a Device Address Group

1 Tap (Add) on the Custom Monitor screen.


2 Enter the group name and tap Create.

The maximum length is 44 single-byte characters.

The device address group will be created.

● Changing a Device Address Group

1 Tap (Edit) on the Custom Monitor screen.


2 Tap the name of the device address group.

3 Enter the group name and tap OK.

The maximum length is 44 single-byte characters.

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4 Confirm that the name of the device address group was changed, and then tap (Close).

You will return to the Custom Monitor screen.

The changed name of the device address group will be displayed on the Custom Monitor screen.

● Deleting a Device Address Group

1 Tap (Edit) on the Custom Monitor screen.


2 Tap (Delete) for the device address group to delete.

3 Tap Delete.

4 Confirm that the device address group was deleted, and then tap (Close).

You will return to the Custom Monitor screen.

The device address group will be deleted from the Custom Monitor screen.


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● Registering and Monitoring Device AddressesThis operation registers the device addresses to monitor, and then those device addresses can be monitored.

1 On the Custom Monitor screen, tap the device address group to which the device addresses to monitor will be registered.

The Device Address Registration screen is displayed.

2 To change D0000 (default value), tap the device address, and then enter the device address to register.

3 To add a device address, tap (Add), and then enter the device address to register.

4 Register all device addresses to monitor.

5 To change the current value of a device address, tap the current value, and then enter the value.

6 To change the monitor type of a device address, press and hold the monitor type and then change the display format.

To automatically refresh the current values, tap (Auto Refresh). The icon changes to red when auto refresh is on.

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7 To display the trend graph, tap (Trend Graph).

The trend graph is displayed.

8 To change the trend graph display settings, tap (Performance Settings).

The Performance Settings screen is displayed.

■ Show Data MarkerShows and hides data markers.

■ Read intervalSets the interval of time (1 to 5 s) to get data from the target device.

Data Marker


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This chapter describes how to use WindEDIT Lite when connected to a Operator interface.

1.1 Main Screen

When a connection is made with the target device, the main screen will open.

■ StatusTap this to display the status of the target device. For details, refer to “2 Displaying the Status” on page 3-3.

■ SD CardTap this to display the SD Card screen. For details, refer to “3 Displaying or Manipulating Files and Folders” on page 3-4.

■ USB Flash DriveTap this to display the USB Flash Drive screen. For details, refer to “3 Displaying or Manipulating Files and Folders” on page 3-4.

■ Device Address MonitorTap this to display the Device Address Monitor screen. For details, refer to “8 Device Address Monitor” on page 3-19.

Chapter 3 When Connected to a Operator interface

1 Main Screen

Operation Menu

1 Main Screen


1.2 Operation Menu

You can tap the icons at the bottom of the screen to operate various functions.

■ (Download)Writes ZNV project files (.znv) saved in a folder in WindEDIT Lite to the target device. This can also be used to write system software to a target device. For details, refer to “4 Downloading” on page 3-9.

■ (Upload)Saves a program in the Operator interface as a ZNV project file (.znv) to a folder in WindEDIT Lite. For details, refer to “5 Uploading” on page 3-12.

■ (Clear)Deletes data saved to the internal memory of the target device, or deletes data saved to the external memory

device*1 inserted in the target device. For details, refer to “6 Clear” on page 3-16.

■ (Format)Formats the SD memory card inserted into the target device. For details, refer to “7 Formatting the External Memory” on page 3-18.

*1 SD memory card for HG4G/3G and HG2G-5F, USB flash drive for HG2G-5T, HG1G



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Tap Status on the main screen to display the status of the target device.




3.1 Displaying Files and Folders

Tap SD Card or USB Flash Drive to display a list of files and folders on the external memory device*1 inserted in the target device.Folders can be added or deleted, and files and folders can be renamed.

Example) SD Card




● Selection mode



*1 Only USB flash drive for HG2G-5T, HG1G


Do not manipulate files or folders during a reading or writing operation when using the following functions.• Recipe function• Alarm Log function• Data Log function• Operation Log function.• Sound Function• Multimedia Function





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3.2 Operation Menu


● Normal mode


■ (Download)Writes files or folders saved in WindEDIT Lite to the External Memory Device*1 inserted in the PLC.

■ (Upload)Saves all displayed files and folders to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

● Selection mode



■ (Upload)Saves the selected files or folders to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

3.3 Downloading Files and Folders

Writes files or folders saved in WindEDIT Lite to the External Memory Device*1 inserted in the target device.

1 Display the download destination folder on the SD Card screen or USB Flash Drive screen, and then tap (Download).



Do not download files or folders when they are being read or written to using the following functions.• Recipe function• Alarm Log function• Data Log function• Operation Log function.• Sound Function• Multimedia Function



2 Display the files or folders to download, and then tap Select.

3 Tap the files or folders to download, and then tap Download.

The download will start.When a file or folder with the same name exists at the download destination, a message for confirming overwriting will be displayed.

This completes the download of files or folders.

If the project of the target device is password protected, Check User Name and Password is displayed. Enter the user name and password.



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3.4 Uploading Files and Folders

This operation saves the selected files or folders of the External Memory Device*1 inserted in the target device to a folder in WindEDIT Lite.

1 On the SD Card screen or USB Flash Drive screen, display the files or folders to upload, and then tap Select.

2 Tap the files or folders to upload, and then tap (Upload).



Do not upload files or folders during a reading or writing operation when using the following functions.• Recipe function• Alarm Log function• Data Log function• Operation Log function.• Sound Function• Multimedia Function




The upload will start.When a file or folder with the same name exists at the upload destination, a message for confirming overwriting will be displayed.

4 Tap Complete.

This completes the upload of files or folders.



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4.1 Download a ZNV Project File to the Target Device

This operation downloads ZNV project files (.znv) saved in a folder in WindEDIT Lite to the target device.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Download), and then tap ZNV Project.

2 Tap a ZNV Project File (.zld).

The option when downloading is displayed.

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4 Downloading


3 Select the option when downloading, and then tap (Download).


■ Download Runtime SystemSelect this option to force download runtime system, irrespective of the runtime system version of the MICRO/I, when downloading project data. Normally this option should not be used.

■ Download Standard Fonts and Optional FontsSelect this option to download standard fonts and optional fonts to the MICRO/I when downloading the project data.

■ Clear Keep DevicesSelect this option to clear keep devices after downloading the project data. Keep devices are always cleared when project data is downloaded that has changed the keep data area settings.

This completes the download of the ZNV Project File (.znv).


• Do not turn off the power of the target device while downloading a ZNV project file.• In the following cases, restore power to the target device, and then re-download the ZNV project file.

- A downloading of a ZNV project file failed and communication was lost.- During communication between WindEDIT Lite and the target device, the connecting cable becomes

disconnected, the power supply is lost, or the target device stops responding


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4.2 Download Files to an External Memory Device Inserted in the Target Device

Specified files can be downloaded to an external memory device*1 inserted in the target device. The files are downloaded to the External Memory Device folder specified on the Project Settings dialog box for the currently running project.

1 Insert the external memory device into the target device.

2 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Download), and then select the method to download the file to the external memory device.

■ Files to External Memory DeviceStops operation of the target device, and then downloads files to the external memory device inserted in the target device. When the file download is complete, operation resumes.

■ Files to External Memory Device while runningDownloads the file to the external memory device inserted in the target device without stopping operation of the target device.

3 Tap the file to download.


This concludes downloading files.


Target Device

USB flash drive

SD memory card

External Memory Device


5 Uploading


5.1 Upload a ZNV Project File from the Target Device

This operation reads the project being used for operation on the target device and saves it in the WindEDIT Lite folder as a ZNV project file (.znv).

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Upload), and then tap ZNV Project.


The upload will start.When a file with the same name exists at the upload destination, a message for confirming overwriting will be displayed.

This completes the upload of the ZNV Project File (.znv).

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5.2 Upload Log Data

This operation reads log data saved to the internal memory of the target device and saves it in the WindEDIT Lite folder as a CSV file.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Upload), and then tap the menu of the data to upload.

■ All Log DataUploads the Alarm Log data, the Data Log data and the Operation Log data.

■ Alarm Log DataUploads the data sampled by the Alarm Log function.

■ Data Log DataUploads the data sampled by the Data Log function.

■ Operation Log DataUploads the data sampled by the Operation Log function.



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This completes uploading log data.

5.3 Upload Files in the External Memory Device inserted in the Target Device

This operation reads the specified files from the external memory device*1 inserted in the target device and saves them in the WindEDIT Lite folder. The source folder for the upload is the external memory device folder specified in the running project.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Upload), and then tap Files stored in External Memory Device.

2 Tap the files to upload, and then tap (Upload).

Uploadable data is as follows.• Screenshots• Alarm Log Files• Data Log files• Operation Log files• Recipe files• Picture files• Sound Files*2

• Media File List*3

• Movie files*3

• ZLD Project Files

*1 SD memory card for HG4G/3G and HG2G-5F, USB flash drive for HG2G-5T, HG1G*2 HG4G/3G only*3 This is applicable for models with a video interface only.



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This completes uploading files.


6 Clear


6.1 Clear Data from the Target Device

Deletes data from the internal memory of the target device.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Clear), and then tap the data to delete.


■ All DataDeletes project data, Alarm Log data, Data Log data, and Operation Log data. It also clears the values from all device addresses.

■ Alarm Log DataDeletes the data collected by the Alarm Log function.

■ Data Log DataDeletes the data collected by the Data Log function.

■ Operation Log DataDeletes the data collected by the Operation Log function.

■ Values of All Device AddressesClears the values of all device addresses.

2 Tap Clear.

The progress will be displayed, and the data will start being deleted.

This completes clearing data.

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6.2 Clear Data from the External Memory Device inserted in the Target Device

After stopping operation of the target device, the data saved in the External Memory Device*1 folder of the external memory device inserted in the target device can be deleted.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Clear), and then tap Files stored in External Memory Device.

2 Tap the data to delete from the external memory device, and then tap (Clear).

Screenshot, Alarm Log files, Data Log files, Operation Log files, and Recipe filesA confirmation message is displayed.

3 Tap Clear.

The progress will be displayed, and the files on the external memory device will start being deleted.

This completes clearing files in the external memory device.



7 Formatting the External Memory


Stops operation of the target device and formats an external memory device*1 inserted in the target device.

1 On the main screen operation menu, tap (Format), and then tap External Memory Device.


2 Tap Format.

The format is executed.

This completes formatting the external memory device


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8.1 Device Address Monitor Screen

Tap Device Address Monitor on the main screen to display the Device Address Monitor screen. Values for device addresses during operation can be monitored or changed.

● Supported Device AddressThe ranges of device addresses that can be written and read are as follows.

■ Bit Devices

■ Word Devices

*1 HG4G/3G, HG2G-5F only


Internal Device Name Symbol R/W Address Range Base

HMI Internal Relay LM R/W 0 to 2047 10

HMI Keep Relay LK R/W Variable 10

HMI Timer Relay LTC R 0 to 31 10

Digital Input (Bit)*1 LEX R 0 to 77 8

Digital Output (Bit)*1 LEY R/W 0 to 77 8

HMI Temporary Relay LBM R/W 0 to 127 10

HMI Special Internal Relay LSM R/W 0 to 95 10

Internal Device Name Symbol R/W Address Range Base

HMI Data Register LDR R/W 0 to 8191 10

HMI Keep Register LKR R/W Variable 10

HMI Timer Current Value LTD R 0 to 31 10

Digital Input (Word)*1 WLEX R 0, 20, 40, 60 10

Digital Output (Word)*1 WLEY R/W 0, 20, 40, 60 10

HMI Temporary Register LBR R/W 0 to 127 10

HMI Link Register LLR R/W 0 to 63 10

HMI Special Data Register LSD R/W 0 to 255 10

R/W is an abbreviation of Read/Write. R/W indicate that both reading and writing are possible, while R indicates that only reading is possible.




1 Tap the device type to monitor device addresses for.

The Device Address Details screen is displayed.

2 Tap (Top Device Address).

3 Input the top device address number for the displayed device address, and then tap Show.



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4 Tap (Display Format).

5 Change the display format for the current value of the device address, and then tap Complete.



6 Tap the current value of the device address, and then change the value.

You cannot monitor an Operator interface with WindEDIT Lite when it is also being monitored over a USB connection with a PC.

Index

WindEDIT Lite User’s Manual Index-1

Index

A

Adding or changing target devices that connect using Ethernet.......................................................................1-11

Adding target devices that connect using Bluetooth ......1-15App Folder Management Screen .................................1-19

C

Changing the Operating Status of the PLC .....................2-9Clear

Data ................................................................3-16Files stored in External Memory Device .................3-17Operator interface .............................................3-16

Communication Target Bluetooth Device List Screen .....1-14Connection Settings Screen .........................................1-8Custom Monitor

Changing a Device Address Group ........................2-21Creating a Device Address Group .........................2-21Deleting a Device Address Group .........................2-22PLC .................................................................2-20Registering and Monitoring Device Addresses ........2-23Supported Device Address ..................................2-20

D

Deleting target devices that connect using Bluetooth ....1-16Deleting target devices that connect using Ethernet ......1-13Device Address Monitor

Operator interface .............................................3-19PLC .................................................................2-15Supported Device Address ......................... 2-15, 3-19

Displaying the StatusOperator interface ...............................................3-3PLC ...................................................................2-3

DownloadFiles and Folders ..........................................2-5, 3-5Files to an External Memory Device ......................3-11Operator interface ...............................................3-9PLC .................................................................2-10System Software ...............................................2-11ZLD Project File .................................................2-10ZNV Project File ...................................................3-9

E

External Memory DeviceClear ...............................................................3-17Download .........................................................3-11Format .............................................................3-18Upload .............................................................3-14

F

Files and FoldersDisplaying or Manipulating .............................2-4, 3-4Download ....................................................2-5, 3-5Upload ........................................................2-7, 3-7

FormatOperator interface .............................................3-18PLC .................................................................2-14

H

Help Menu ..............................................................1-21

M

Main ScreenOperator interface ............................................... 3-1PLC ................................................................... 2-1

N

Notification Screen ...................................................1-18

S

Start/Stop Operation ................................................. 2-9Starting WindEDIT Lite .............................................. 1-4Supported Models ..................................................... 1-1Supported Operating Systems ..................................... 1-1

T

Target IP Address List Screen ....................................1-10

U

UploadFiles and Folders ...........................................2-7, 3-7Files from External Memory Device .......................3-14Log Data ..........................................................3-13Operator interface ..............................................3-12PLC ..................................................................2-13ZLD Project File .................................................2-13ZNV Project File .................................................3-12

W

WindEDIT Lite Installation .......................................... 1-3

Z

ZLD Project FileDownload .........................................................2-10Upload .............................................................2-13

ZNV Project FileDownload .......................................................... 3-9Upload .............................................................3-12

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